In Jaipur, shopping isn’t just a transaction—it’s time travel. Every market is steeped in tales of maharajas, artisans, and centuries-old craft. Whether you’re brushing past mirrored lehengas or stepping into a silver shop that’s been there since the days of kings, you’re walking through living history. Here are four iconic markets where culture and commerce still go hand in hand
Johari Bazaar – Gem of a Market
📍 Location: Near Hawa Mahal, Old Jaipur
🚇 Nearest Landmark: Badi Chaupar
💳 Card Friendly: Some shops; Mony helps with smoother payments
💰 Price Range: ₹300–₹30,000+ depending on the stone
📸 Photo Tip: Capture mirror-work lehengas hanging under fairy lights
🍛 Snack Tip: Lassi from Lassiwala or sweet ghewar from LMB
This glittering market has been Jaipur’s jewellery hub since the 18th century. “Johari” means jeweller, and here you’ll find precious stones, meenakari work, and goldsmiths carrying royal legacies. Even window shopping feels like a royal tour
What to Buy:
- Kundan & Meenakari jewellery (₹1000–₹25,000+)
- Wedding lehengas (₹2000–₹10,000)
- Gemstone rings (₹500–₹3000)
🛍️ Tip: Double-check certifications for precious stones. For everything else—bargain like a boss!
Tripolia Bazaar – Where Traditions Still Live
📍 Location: Between Chhoti Chaupar & Manak Chowk
🚇 Nearest Landmark: City Palace
💰 Price Range: ₹150–₹2000
📸 Photo Tip: Snap bangles being made over flames
🍽️ Nearby Food Stop: Hot kachoris from Samrat or a glass of chilled chaas
Tripolia is more than a market—it’s a working museum. Home to Jaipur’s famous lac bangle makers, iron workers, and brass artists, this bazaar is a sensory overload of sound, sparkle, and smell.
What to Buy:
- Lac bangles & bracelets (₹100–₹800)
- Iron tongs, bells & utensils (₹200–₹1000)
- Brass puja sets & décor (₹500–₹2000)
🛍️ Tip: Don’t be shy to ask for a demo—many artisans are happy to show how the magic’s made!
Kishanpole Bazaar – The Block Print Boulevard
📍 Location: West of Hawa Mahal
🚇 Nearest Landmark: Ajmeri Gate
💰 Price Range: ₹200–₹4000
💳 Card Friendly: Few; Mony makes it hassle-free
📸 Photo Tip: Flat lay of vibrant fabrics & dyed hands 🖐️
🍛 Snack Tip: Chana jor garam or kulhad chai on the go ☕
Famous for its wood block printing and handloom textiles, this market has been a weavers’ hub for generations. The colors, the chaos, and the craftsmanship here are as authentic as it gets
What to Buy:
- Hand-block printed cotton fabric (₹200–₹800/metre)
- Quilts & dohars (₹1000–₹3000)
- Kurtas & stoles (₹400–₹1500)
🛍️ Tip: Ask for natural-dye prints—eco-friendly and long-lasting!
Chandpole Bazaar – Of Marble, Miniatures & Memory
📍 Location: Near Chandpole Gate
🚇 Nearest Landmark: Chandpole Metro (Pink Line)
💰 Price Range: ₹100–₹5000
📸 Photo Tip: Artisan at work on marble or wood, hands zoomed in
🖼️ Fun Fact: Many artists here trace their lineage to royal court painters
This lesser-known gem is known for traditional Jaipur crafts like miniature paintings, marble carvings, and blue pottery. If you want souvenirs with soul, this is the place
What to Buy:
- Miniature paintings (₹500–₹3000)
- Marble elephants & candle holders (₹300–₹1500)
- Blue pottery plates & knobs (₹150–₹1000)
🛍️ Tip: These stalls are more artisan-run—your purchase directly supports their livelihood.
From bangles made the old-fashioned way to fabrics dyed with ancient blocks, Jaipur’s historic markets are bursting with tales to take home. So skip the malls, wander these story-filled streets, and pay the past a visit—with Mony in your pocket for a smooth, cashless ride.